Legislation backed by FundPlay's coalition of nonprofit and industry youth sports leaders would direct sports wagering tax revenue to expand access to community sports programs, helping level the playing field for youth across all communities
NEW YORK, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FundPlay Foundation today rallied its coalition of nonprofit and industry partners behind the introduction of the Sports Training, Recreation, and Opportunities for the Next Generation Act, the STRONG Kids Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Representative Mike Carey (R-Ohio-15) and U.S. Representative Nanette Diaz Barragán (D-California-44) to expand access to youth sports for families and communities nationwide. The bill is endorsed by a broad coalition including YMCA of the USA, the National Recreation and Park Association, the Afterschool Alliance, and FundPlay coalition partners LeagueApps, TeamSnap, UnderArmour, Players Health, and Triple Crown Sports.
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